Many of Florida’s major tourist destinations have long welcomed gay travelers. But keep in mind that not all of Florida’s treasures are coastal - cities like Orlando, Jacksonville, and Tallahassee beckon with their red-hot culinary scenes and nightlife treasure troves. They can jet off to Palm Beach for high-end shopping or enjoy the pristine coastal habitats in Pensacola Beach. Gay travelers can opt for romantic escapes in the far-flung Florida Keys or art-focused trips to bohemian Sarasota brimming with galleries and museums.
From the bone-white beaches of the Gulf Coast to the Latin flavor of South Florida, no two places in Florida are the same. The wonderful thing about Florida is that you can return year after year and have a completely unique experience each time. Then there’s the expansive coastline, comprising a stunning 1,350 miles and bordered by more than 4,510 islands of 10 acres or larger in area.Īnd who can forget the state’s legendary activities and attractions, from the Florida Reef to Walt Disney World Resort and all the gay fanfare in top coastal cities like Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Palm Beach? First, there are the irresistible year-round temperatures. There’s a reason more than 100 million visitors from all over the world find their way to the Sunshine State every year.
